Paid To Care, Destined To Conquer Novel

Chapter 326 ' Well , that's one way to say ' see you later . Stella thought , a smirk ugging at her lips . 57 % 55 vouchers Sebastian walked straight up to Stella , exuding confidence , and the way they were dressed made them look every bit like a couple . Everyone else glanced between Sebastian and Stella , their gazes lickering back and forth . They were all stunned by this sudden turn of events . Only Xander stood there , his large fists clenched tightly . Wait , he's the mysterious shareholder ? ' Xander thought , shock and disbelief flashing across his face .

Sebastian reached out to straighten Stella's collar , his voice deep and smooth as velvet . " So , where were we ? " He acted like the rest of the room didn't even exist , but as he spoke , his icy gaze swept across everyone present . No one dared meet his eyes . They went away in panic . Each person quickly looked . Stella arched a brow and said , " Xander nixed Blake's bid to get on the board . " Sebastian just said , " Is that so ? " With a sharp scrape , he pulled out a chair for Stella . The guy was all business , not a hint of friendliness .

His whole vibe screamed ' don't mess with me . He said , " Then let's put it to a vot again . Right now ! " Xander started , " Sebastian ... " " What's wrong ? Everyone suddenly mute ? " Sebastian cut him off not even bothering to look at Xander . He took a seat next to Stella , his big hand dropping casually onto the table . He tapped his fingers lightly on the tabletop . The Yates family members slipped in behind each shareholder , and as soon as Sebastian spoke , they pressed everyone firmly back into their seats . Everyone felt a jolt of fear shoot through them .

It was as if the whole room had been plunged into a freezer . That air of absolute authority was just like five years ago . Every shareholder was scared stiff , hearts pounding with dread . At the same time , their heads were spinning with questions . Every year , he dumped billions into Ion Wing Drones , and it wa't just a one - time thing . It'd been going on for years . All that cash was the real deal , not just numbers on paper . Ever since Sebastian's accident five years back , he'd been holed on his private island , totally out of the Gray Group loop .

So where was all that money coming from ? ' Seriously , just how loaded is this guy ? ' everyone thought , jaws practically hitting the floor . For a moment , the conference room went pin - drop quiet . " John ," Sebastian said coldly . 1/4 11:11 Mon , Feb 9 Chapter 326 DD . ༤ . 57 % = 55 vouchers John raised his hand , and the big screen on the wall flickered to fe . He pulled up the business channel , showing the latest stock trends . Pierce Group's stock had just tanked another 7 % , while Ion Wing Drones was on a rocket ride , all green and climbing high , a total contrast .

It was a total shocker . No one knew what to say . It hurt so bad , it was like their hearts were getting stomped on . Xander's veins were popping out on his forehead , his eyes bloodshot as he stared at the screen . " I ! Will ! Not ! Agree ! No matter how many times you try ! " Stella scoffed , propping her elbow on the table , fingers interlaced . " Then let's see who really runs Pierce Group today . " Smoke billowed everywhere . The shareholders looked at each other , unsure what to do next . They'd been so quick to decide before , but now they were all second - guessing themselves .

Business is business . They'll always side with whoever lines their pockets . And honestly , going head - to - head with Sebastian was way riskier than just letting Blake onto the board . No need to go to war over something so minor . With that thought , everyone except Xander's die - hard crew was quick to jump ship . Well , the result pretty much spoke for itself . Xander slowly closed his eyes , let out a bitter chuckle , then opened them again . " Did you all forget ? I'm the current Chairman of Pierce Group , and the largest shareholder . I've got eto power .

" The shareholders frowned at that . ' Honestly , there's really no need for this . Xander is just being way too stubborn ' they all thought . Sebastian tapped his fingers on the table . " Let me correct you . " He glanced at his watch . " Ten minutes ago , you stopped being the largest shareholder of Pierce Group . " Xander's eyes widened . " What ... What did you just say ? " ' No way . This can't be happening , ' Xander thought , disbelief crashing over him . Cold sweat broke out all over him . Everyone stared in disbelief . " So ... Who's the top shareholder now ?

" Someone couldn't help but ask . Blake froze for a moment . Almost without realizing it , his gaze drifted to Stella and Sebastian , and sure enough , both of them we him . Then , Blake slowly raised his hand up high , not saying a thing . ht at 2/4 11:11 Mon , Feb 9 Chapter 326 Everyone turned to look at him . Blake raised his hand and said , " Unless something unexpected happens , I guess it's me . " Everyone just stared in silence . ' Did he really say that ? ' they all thought . ༥ ༣ , 57 % E55 vouchers What does he mean , ' unless something unexpected happens ' ? Is it really him ?!

' everyone wondered , totally thrown for a loop . " And one more thing ," Stella said , shooting a look at Fabian . He quickly pulled out the prepared documents and handed them out to every shareholder except Xander . Everyone opened the files , their faces showing all kinds of reactions . " What the ... " They all just stopped talking , cut off mid - sentence . Their faces shifted as the realization hit . Some were stunned , some were fuming , and some looked like they'd seen a ghost . Stella gave Xander a cold look . His face contorted with anger .

" Soon enough , you'll be out as Chairman . " Xander couldn't hold back his rage any longer . He slammed both fists onto the table , hard enough to draw blood . Right then , a live news bulletin interrupted the TV broadcast : Greenleaf Club , the most famous hotspot in Haliville , had just been shut down by the authorities half an hour ago . " Anyone who's ever been to Greenleaf Club knows every private room is wired with hidden cameras . And everyone knows the one really pulling the strings at Greenleaf is you , Xander , " Stella said .

She spun her pen with that signature nonchalance , dropping this bombshell on Xander as if it was nothing out of the ordinary . Xander's face was livid , his glare vicious . " You do this , and you'll bring down the whole Pierce Group ! " That club was full of shady dealings and skeletons in the closet , involving money , power , and secrets no one dared speak of . If even one of those got exposed , the entire Pierce family would be thrown into the eye of the storm . He flashed a twisted grin , stabbing a finger at Blake . " He's not walking away unscathed either !

" Stella chuckled and shook her head . She said , " Everyone knows you and Blake are always at each other's throats . And besides ... " " Mr. Pierce , take a look for yourself , " one of the shareholders said , sliding the file over . Xander snatched it up , and after just a glance at the first couple of lines , his veins popped with fury . " Lab 709 already sent their top people to lon Wing Drones ? " ' Damn , how could I forget about Lab 709 ? ' Xander thought , his mind racing . Even the top dogs in Jaffina wouldn't mess with Lab 709. It was the ultimate insurance policy .

" Why is Stella showing this to the shareholders ? ' Xander thought his mind spinning . ' She's making it crystal clear . If they want to avoid being the target of every powerful family in Halivil with Blake , the lucky charm . How ruthless can she be ? ' Xander thought , his heart sinking . ick 3/4 E 11:11 Mon , Feb 9 DD . Chapter 326 57 % 55 vouchers " Why ? Why do I have to be the scapegoat here ?! " Xander went ballistic , ripping the documents apart in a frenzy . He was about to hurl them at Stella when John stepped in and blocked him . " Mr.

Pierce , you had your chance ," Stella said , her deep amber eyes cold and unfathomable . Her voice was so icy that it made Xander's blood freeze . Xander stared at her , stunned . " What did you just say ? " Sebastian looked up at him , his voice cold as ice . He said , " Ever since he caught wind of the ticking time bomb at Greenleaf Club from the South District Precinct , he started laying out his plans . " Mr. Pierce knew there was no way he could take on all of Haliville by himself . Figuring out the right moment to give Blake a clean exit became the thing that kept him up at night .

" That's why your mom saw the revised will , why the inheritance got handed over , and why Ion Wing Drones and Pierce Group ended up splitting . " The bigger Xander's ambitions grew , the worse things got between him and Blake . And once that landmine finally blew up , odds were Blake would walk away clean . " So that's it ? He's just setting me up to take the fall ? " Xander let out a twisted , bitter laugh . Stella gave him a frosty stare , her pen pausing mid - spin . Her voice was calm , almost detached .

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